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Heel Pain

The heel is the largest bone in the foot. Heel pain is the most common foot problem and affects 2 million Americans every year. It can occur in the front, back, or bottom of the heel. General treatment guidelines are as follows:

The American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) suggests shoe inserts, medications, and stretching as a first line of therapy for heel pain. One study found that 95% of women who used an insert and did simple stretching exercises for the Achilles tendon a...

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Health Guide

Foot Pain: Introduction

...This means that the feet support a combined force equivalent to several hundred tons every day.About Foot PainGiven what the foot must endure, it is not surprising that about 75% of Americans... Read more »

Foot Pain: Introduction

OverviewFoot pain is a very common problem. About 75% of people in the U.S. have foot pain at some time in their lives. Most foot pain is caused by shoes that do not fit properly or force... Read more »

Foot Pain: Risk Factors

...the fat padding on the sole of the foot wears down as people age. Older people's skin is also dryer. Foot pain, in fact, can be the first sign of trouble in many illnesses related to aging, such... Read more »

Foot Pain: Causes

CausesNearly all causes of foot pain can be categorized under one or more of the following conditions:Shoes. The causes of most foot pain are poorly fitting shoes. High-heeled shoes concentrate... Read more »

Foot Pain: Prevention

PreventionThe American Podiatric Medical Association offers the following tips for preventing foot pain:Don't ignore foot pain -- it's not normal. If the pain persists, see a doctor who specializes... Read more »

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